Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung HZ15W
Portability
80 Imaging
39 Features
73 Overall
52
80 Imaging
39 Features
73 Overall
52
Portability
90 Imaging
34 Features
31 Overall
32
90 Imaging
34 Features
31 Overall
32
Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
Fujifilm X30
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
- Revealed August 2014
- Replaced the Fujifilm X20
Samsung HZ15W
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released February 2009
- Alternate Name is WB550
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Below, we are contrasting the Fujifilm X30 and Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and HZ15W (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.
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Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X30 grades versus the HZ15W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X30 & Samsung HZ15W. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Samsung HZ15W
| Fujifilm X30 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | August 2014 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 67 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Fujifilm X30
| HZ15W | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X30 and Samsung HZ15W
| Fujifilm X30 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X30 comes with exterior measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ15W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X30 and Samsung HZ15W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X30 against the HZ15W.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and HZ15W is 80 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X30 and HZ15W.
To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X30 features the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The younger Fujifilm X30 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Glossary Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm X30 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung HZ15W as a Portrait photography camera
focusing manually
comes with face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (2/3")
focusing manually
provides face detection autofocus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Fujifilm X30 Street photography factors
Samsung HZ15W Street photography factors
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
sensor is small (2/3")
heavier than average in class (423g)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competition (249g)
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Fujifilm X30 Sports photography information
Samsung HZ15W Sports photography information
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with tracking focus
good battery life (470 shots)
has phase detect AF
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (2/3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Fujifilm X30 Travel photography factors
Samsung HZ15W Travel photography factors
good battery life (470 per charge)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
heavier than average in class (423 grams)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
built-in flash
rather wide (24mm)
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (249 grams)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Fujifilm X30 Landscape photography details
Samsung HZ15W Landscape photography details
focusing manually
really wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
good battery life (470 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (2/3")
focusing manually
rather wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
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Fujifilm X30 Vlogging factors
Samsung HZ15W Vlogging factors
really wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has mic support
screen is not selfie friendly
heavier than average in class (423 grams)
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detection autofocus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic socket
heavier than competition (249g)
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Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
| Fujifilm X30 | Samsung HZ15W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
| Model type | Fujifilm X30 | Samsung HZ15W |
| Also called | - | WB550 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2014-08-26 | 2009-02-23 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.3-5.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.65x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m | 4.70 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 423 gr (0.93 lb) | 249 gr (0.55 lb) |
| Dimensions | 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 470 pictures | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NP-95 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $499 | $330 |